Edwina Holman

Elementary School Resource Special Education Teacher Responsibilities

Versatile High School Learning Support Educator skilled in individualized academic assistance, inclusion services, progress monitoring, and compliant IEP management. Focused on advancing student achievement, independence, and preparation for postsecondary success.

• Designed and implemented individualized education plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
• Provided one-on-one support for students struggling in specific areas, resulting in marked improvement in their understanding of the subject matter.
• Assessed student performance regularly using various evaluation tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
• Established strong relationships with parents to foster a supportive home-to-school connection for students.
• Advocated for resources and support services, enhancing opportunities for student success within the school environment.
• Developed and implemented targeted behavioral interventions to foster student participation.
• Coordinated efforts with diverse teams to achieve student learning objectives effectively.
• Developed and adapted educational resources to enhance accessibility for all learners.
• Monitored student performance through data collection, analyzing trends to inform instructional adjustments.

High School Self-Contained Special Education Teacher Responsibilities

Knowledgeable High School Self-Contained Special Education Teacher skilled in individualized instruction, behavior support, transition services, and compliant IEP development. Focused on helping students build independence, achieve academic growth, and prepare for postsecondary opportunities.

• Write measurable annual goals, present levels, accommodations, and service plans.
• Maintain timelines for annual reviews, reevaluations, amendments, and progress reports.
• Ensure accommodations and modifications are consistently implemented across settings.
• Participate in eligibility, reevaluation, and IEP meetings with families and staff.

Elementary Self-Contained Special Education Teacher Responsibilities

Compassionate Elementary Self-Contained Special Education Teacher skilled in delivering individualized instruction, behavior support, classroom management, and compliant IEP implementation.

• Provide specialized instruction, behavioral support, and case management for elementary students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Create a structured, nurturing environment that builds foundational academic, communication, social, and independence skills while ensuring IEP compliance and student growth.
• Deliver individualized and small-group instruction in reading, phonics, writing, math, science, and social studies.
• Teach foundational skills such as letter recognition, decoding, number sense, handwriting, and basic problem-solving.
• Differentiate instruction based on student IEP goals, developmental levels, and learning styles.
• Use multisensory, hands-on, and evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Modify curriculum and assignments to meet student needs.
• Maintain a structured, predictable classroom environment with routines and visual schedules.
• Implement positive behavior supports, token systems, reinforcement plans, and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Teach self-regulation, coping skills, turn-taking, and classroom expectations.
• Monitor and document student behavior data.
• Support social-emotional development and peer interactions.

High School Resource Special Education Teacher Responsibilities

Experienced High School Resource Special Education Teacher providing individualized academic support, inclusion services, progress monitoring, and compliant IEP management. Effective in collaborating with teachers and families to implement accommodations, enhance student achievement, and prepare students for postsecondary success.

• Provide direct instruction in reading, writing, math, study skills, and organizational strategies.
• Deliver small-group and individualized instruction based on student IEP goals.
• Modify assignments and adapt curriculum to meet individual student needs.
• Reinforce classroom lessons to support success in general education classes.
• Teach learning strategies, note-taking, time management, and test preparation.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusion and differentiated instruction.
• Provide strategies and accommodations for classroom success.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and needs.
• Work with counselors, administrators, related service providers, and behavior staff.

Middle School Self-Contained Special Education Teacher Responsibilities

Committed Middle School Self-Contained Resource Special Education Teacher with experience providing individualized instruction, behavior support, academic interventions, and compliant IEP management. Strong collaborator with teachers and families focused on student progress and successful transition to high school.

• Prepare students academically for increased high school rigor and expectations.
• Teach executive functioning skills such as time management, note-taking, assignment completion, and schedule awareness.
• Introduce students to diploma pathways, course selection, graduation requirements, and available supports.
• Build independence in navigating classes, routines, and school expectations.
• Promote career awareness, employability habits, and future goal setting.
• Collaborate with High School Special Education Department teachers, counselors, and administrators to ensure smooth student transitions.
• Participate in vertical planning meetings to align curriculum, behavior expectations, accommodations, and transition supports.
• Share student strengths, needs, data, and successful strategies with receiving high school teams.
• Coordinate transition visits, orientation opportunities, and parent communication regarding high school placement/options.
• Align middle school instruction with high school readiness skills and postsecondary planning expectations.

High School Self-Contained Special Education Teacher Responsibilities

Dedicated High School Self-Contained Special Education Teacher experienced in specialized instruction, behavior support, transition services, and compliant IEP development. Committed to promoting student independence and preparing students for postsecondary success.

• Deliver standards-based instruction aligned with South Carolina curriculum.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs (academic, functional, and life skills).
• Implement accommodations and modifications as outlined in student IEPs.
• Provide direct instruction in reading, writing, math, behavior, and employability skills.
• Support students in both inclusive (general education) and self-contained settings.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust instructional strategies.
• Monitored student performance through data analysis, adjusting interventions to maximize academic achievement.
• Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
• Improved student behavior management by implementing consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.